BRITISH cycling legend Barry Hoban has died aged 85.
Hoban was an eight-time Tour de France stage winner and spent 19 years on the professional circuit.
Cycling legend Barry Hoban has died aged 85Tributes poured in after the sad news of his passing.
Photographer Graham Watson posted: “Sad news that Barry Hoban has passed away, he was a genuine legend from the glory days of old, and a hero to so many future pros'.
“He was the first British cyclist I photographed in a Tour de France, in 1977, and I'm extremely glad to have this one image of the man in action. RIP.”
Commentator Jez Cox wrote: “What a sad day but also what an important day to celebrate what a massive impact Barry Hoban had.
“He paved the way for Cav, G, Wiggins and Frome. I'll never forget my interview I did with him about his 1974 @GentWevelgem win for TV.
“What a passion for our sport. RIP Barry xx.”
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